Description

1-Bromo-3-Isobutylthiobenzene is a specialized organosulfur building block featuring a bromine substituent and an isobutylthio side chain on the benzene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in ligand synthesis, catalyst development, and the creation of novel functional materials.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur-containing motifs.
• Building block for the development of novel ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Precursor in agrochemical research for creating new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Starting material for the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Used in organic synthesis for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) facilitated by the reactive bromine atom.
• Research chemical for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Isobutylthiobenzene
CAS No.	1199773-06-2
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrS
Molecular Weight	245.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromophenyl Isobutyl Sulfide; (3-Bromophenyl)(2-methylpropyl) Sulfane; 1-Bromo-3-(2-methylpropylthio)benzene; 3-Bromo-1-isobutylthiobenzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-3-[(2-methylpropyl)thio]-; Isobutyl 3-Bromophenyl Sulfide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Isobutylthiobenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.